Description

Pentafluorothiophenol CAS NO 771-62-0 is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiol group attached to a pentafluorobenzene ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly for introducing fluorinated aromatic thiol moieties. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications requiring high-performance fluorinated intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring fluorinated aromatic structures for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the pentafluorophenylthio group can impart specific biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a versatile ligand for transition metals in catalysis, enabling novel reaction pathways in cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and advanced materials to modify surface properties, enhance chemical resistance, or introduce specific functional groups for further modification.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating fluorinated molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentafluorothiophenol
CAS No.	771-62-0
Molecular Formula	C6HF5S
Molecular Weight	200.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentafluorobenzenethiol; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzenethiol; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorothiophenol; Perfluorothiophenol; Pentafluorophenyl mercaptan; PFT; C6F5SH; Thiopentafluorobenzene
EINECS	212-246-4

Quality Control

Our production of Pentafluorothiophenol adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We are committed to meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial-scale applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties, it is recommended to handle and store this material under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation and maintain product integrity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.